Yellow Birch

$20.00

Bundle of 10 | Size: New Size 18-24” (Previously 12-18” | Age: 1-0

Yellow Birch - (Betula alleghaniensis)

Native to MI. Mature Height: 70-100’. Full sun to part shade in rich, moist to wet soils. Has a characteristic odor and flavor of wintergreen in the crushed bark of young twigs. The wood of yellow birch is one of the most valuable timbers in Michigan and is of special importance in furniture and veneers. Seeds and sap attract birds and small mammals. Great for caterpillars, sawflies, moths and other pollinators.

Bundle of 10 | Size: New Size 18-24” (Previously 12-18” | Age: 1-0

Yellow Birch - (Betula alleghaniensis)

Native to MI. Mature Height: 70-100’. Full sun to part shade in rich, moist to wet soils. Has a characteristic odor and flavor of wintergreen in the crushed bark of young twigs. The wood of yellow birch is one of the most valuable timbers in Michigan and is of special importance in furniture and veneers. Seeds and sap attract birds and small mammals. Great for caterpillars, sawflies, moths and other pollinators.

Soils: Moist, Wet

Habitat: Cool, moist soils

Flower Color: Yellow, Green, Brown

Fruit: Green to tan

Bloom Time: Apr, May

Type: Deciduous

Other Names: Golden Birch, Swamp Birch

Range: Nf., s. in mts. to GA, w. to Man. & n.e. IA

Typical Mature Height: 72-100 ft

Light Requirement: Part Shade , Shade

Wildlife Value: Important habitat tree for birds and pollinators

Uses: A characteristic odor and flavor of wintergreen in the crushed bark of young twigs. The wood of yellow birch is one of the most valuable timbers in Michigan. It is strong and close-grained, polishes well, and is of special importance in furniture and veneers.